This aquarium has been a great experience for me. Being a minor with a minimum wage job inhibits me from setting up a larger reef tank. Lack of funds and time is a constant problem. Thankfully I came across the idea of a Nano Reef (a tiny reef aquarium). Despite the controversy surrounding the idea of keeping marine life in such a small environment, many have kept successful nano reefs, even smaller then mine! I find that maintaining this tank is much easier than I originally thought it would be. It is so cool to observe my reef and it seems every time I look at it I find something new. Regular water changes and proper species selection are key to a successful nano reef. The most important thing is understanding your limitations when it comes to stocking your reef.

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Photos taken by Joshua Berrian and displayed here with his permission.